Cranberry Brie Stuffed Chicken for Cozy Dinner Bliss

Delight your guests with Cranberry Brie Stuffed Chicken, a unique blend of flavors that's easy to make and elegant enough for dinner parties.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 pieces

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Choose plump pieces for juiciness and tenderness.
1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your taste.
1 teaspoon Pepper Use freshly cracked for best results.

For the Filling

8 slices Brie Cheese Opt for mature Brie for maximum flavor.
1 cup Cranberry Sauce Homemade is ideal, but store-bought works just fine.

For the Coating

1 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free varieties available.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Optional for crisping the breadcrumbs.

Optional Enhancements

Herbs (like Thyme or Rosemary) Brighten up the filling.
Spices (like Jalapeños or Red Pepper Flakes) Add a kick to your cranberry sauce.
Nuts (like Walnuts or Pecans) Introduce a crunchy texture in the coating.

Equipment

Baking Dish
meat thermometer
Knife
Cutting Board

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
Stuff each pocket with 2-3 slices of Brie cheese.
Spoon cranberry sauce generously over the Brie in each pocket.
Season the outside of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Coat the outside of each stuffed chicken breast with breadcrumbs.
Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until done.
Allow to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. You can freeze the chicken tightly wrapped for up to 2 months.

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